“Honor your father and mother” is the first commandment that has a promise attached to it, namely, “so you will live well and have a long life.” Ephesians 6:2
My son, keep your father’s command, and do not forsake the law of your mother. Proverbs 6:20
Giving honor is something that comes from the heart. The Bible says that out of the heart, the mouth speaks. That means that we can pretend to honor, but our mouth will give away the true attitude of our heart. It can get tricky on days like today when we purpose to honor our moms. Moms come in every shape and size and in every variety of strength and wisdom. Some moms strive to be Godly and some don’t. Some have been broken and bruised and some haven’t. Some have tried to make up for their failings and some have ignored them. But one thing is unavoidable. We are told to honor our fathers and mothers. (Exodus 20:12, Matthew 15:4)
Most moms I know want to do well, be a blessing to their children, and hope that the life their children has will be better than hers has been. Rejoice that God has blessed you with a mom. If your mom was or is so broken that you can’t find anything to be thankful for, then rejoice that she brought you into this world and that you know Jesus. Rejoice that God has placed you in a family that needs Jesus and that you have the privilege of interceding for their souls.
I give tribute to mothers who, though they are not perfect and do make mistakes, lay down their lives, their personal desires and their ambitions, to spend their nights caring for their children, shed their tears in prayer, and give their time to teach and train. What a tremendous gift to us! Without moms we would not learn so well to obey, follow directions, be compassionate or self-controlled. We might not learn to intercede for others, understand consequences, respect others or set our own limits. I am grateful for my mom. I pray that each mother will see God’s smile as He leads and strengthens them to equip the next generation to serve Him with all their hearts.
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Pastor Darrell Roberts
About Me
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- Pastor Darrell Roberts has had the privilege of serving in Forest Grove since 1985. Prior to that time, he served with Pastor Jack Hayford at the Church on the Way in Van Nuys, CA. for fifteen years. His heart is to see the body of Christ mature and walk in the freedom and joy that Jesus Christ has purchased for them.